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Cam  Cahill Smith

Cam Cahill Smith

Palm Beach Gardens,FL

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record in full-cycle recruiting and long-term client development, driving innovative market disruption. Expertise in cultivating lasting relationships through the implementation of robust motivational strategies that empower team members to achieve goals. A collaborative approach to sales strategies consistently enables teams to exceed quarterly targets, fostering a high-performance culture. Committed to leveraging industry insights and best practices to enhance organizational success and client satisfaction.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner

Cahill Marketing Solutions
Brevard & Palm Beach Counties, Florida
03.2018 - Current
  • Cultivated a diverse client network by engaging with key decision makers in multiple Florida industries. Directed business development strategies focused on luxury beauty, full cycle recruiting, and proactive sales. Championed client relations and retention in financial services, energy services, and healthcare sectors.
  • Developed a marketing firm focused on digital and experiential strategies, promoting a culture of innovation and empowerment among team members.
  • Designed and executed engaging content strategies on Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, Sales Navigator, Snapchat, X, and Threads to enhance brand visibility.
  • Crafted engaging social media content for multiple clients, leveraging scheduling tools to optimize the timing and reach of posts and reels.
  • Oversaw customer relationship management systems (CRM) including HubSpot, Constant Contact, Salesforce, and Mailchimp to enhance client relations.
  • Achieved significant improvements in client sourcing by utilizing boolean search techniques to uncover new sales markets through Sales Navigator, Salesforce, and Dunn & Bradstreet. Enhanced recruitment processes by applying the same technology across platforms like Indeed, LinkedIn, ZipRecruiter, and Handshake.
  • Produced client newsletters using Canva, Google Docs, Mailchimp, Constant Contact, Microsoft Office Suite, SlickText, and EZText; identified purchasing signals through market research to enhance client communication strategies.
  • Designed and executed client development events that increased media visibility and secured favorable coverage from local TV affiliates.
  • Implemented networking opportunities and training programs that elevated sales team performance, contributing to a 75% increase in sales year-over-year.
  • Expanded into new markets, conducting thorough analysis to ensure compatibility and potential for growth.
  • Evaluated goals and metrics consistently to pinpoint improvement opportunities and execute innovative changes promptly..
  • Evaluated competitor activity in the marketplace to refine positioning messaging and promotional strategies.
  • Developed key partnerships with influencers and media outlets, amplifying brand presence and reach.
  • Organized recruitment events, showcasing programs and resources to potential students.

Owner

Lemongrass Spa by Cam
South Florida
03.2007 - 06.2026
  • * Scaled my business to the top spot in the southeast Florida region: Humbly accepting this honor until my departure last year.
  • * Scaled my team to the top of the southeast region creating a team of teachers of PRESTIGE BEAUTY CRAFT. Each team member learned that SKIN IS THE BODY'S LARGEST ORGAN, which they translated to the individuals who became their best clients.
  • Provided education for clientele and team members so that they could always have a new person in their chair or a return client who had made an appointment to come back again.
  • Crafted and executed comprehensive marketing strategies to elevate client brand visibility.
  • Implemented digital marketing campaigns utilizing SEO, PPC, and social media platforms effectively.
  • Analyzed campaign performance metrics, adjusting strategies to optimize results continuously.
  • Led client relationship management initiatives, ensuring satisfaction and fostering retention through personalized service strategies.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction through the implementation of efficient business processes and delivery of exceptional service.
  • Oversaw project timelines and deliverables, maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency.
  • Hired, trained, and managed a high-performing team, driving alignment with company goals.

Mentored staff members on best practices in customer service and sales techniques, leading to increased satisfaction.

Director of Professional Recruitment

CMS Recruiting & Associates
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
05.2011 - 05.2018
  • Led talent acquisition strategies to improve candidate sourcing and engagement processes.
  • Developed targeted outreach campaigns to attract diverse talent pools across various industries.
  • Conducted in-depth interviews, assessing candidate qualifications and cultural fit for client organizations.
  • Managed candidate pipelines using applicant tracking systems, ensuring compliance with hiring policies and optimizing recruitment processes.
  • Collaborated with senior leadership to align HR strategies with organizational goals.
  • Conducted training sessions for hiring managers on best practices for interviewing and candidate evaluation.
  • Conducted training sessions on compliance and performance
    management for staff development.
  • Enhanced recruitment efficiency by implementing innovative strategies and cost-effective sourcing techniques..Developed and implemented onboarding and orientation programs for new employees.
  • Built partnerships with industry stakeholders to enhance recruiting referral networks and broaden talent sourcing opportunities.
  • Led training sessions for hiring managers on effective interviewing and candidate evaluation practices to improve hiring outcomes.
  • Provided exceptional support to candidates throughout the interview process, leading to positive feedback and increased offer acceptance rates.
  • Analyzed recruitment metrics to assess effectiveness of strategies and drive continuous improvement.
  • Established partnerships with industry stakeholders to expand recruiting referral networks.
  • Managed employee relations, fostering a positive workplace culture and minimizing conflicts.

Counter Manager, Seasonal

Nordstrom, Ulta, Macys, Lemongrass Spa & Kohls Beauty
Gardens Mall, Palm Beach, Gardens, Florida
09.2018 - 2023
  • Oversaw daily operations of 5+ skin and haircare counters for multiple prestigious brands, including T3, Shiseido, Arden, Sunday Riley, IT Cosmetics, Dr. Brandt, Tula, Drunk Elephant, Channel, Bobbi Brown, and Origins.
  • Trained team on how to sell to clients by actively listening and using innovative sales strategies in order to schedule them to return for second and third appointments during the first month that they were becoming clients.
  • Developed and implemented training programs to enhance new team members' sales skills and product understanding with one word at the center of every sale INNOVATION.
  • Formulated visual merchandising strategies to elevate product presentation and drive customer engagement.
  • Fostered strong customer relationships through personalized service and follow-up communication.
  • Resolved customer inquiries and complaints efficiently, enhancing overall satisfaction levels.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of product lines, enabling effective recommendations to customers.
  • Promoted brand loyalty by creating personalized experiences for each customer during their visit.
  • Sold merchandise through effective customer service techniques and professional selling skills to reach productivity goals.
  • Participated in special events to promote brand visibility and engage customers. or promotions as needed to boost sales and increase brand visibility in-store or online platforms.
  • Sold merchandise through effective customer engagement strategies. through effective customer service techniques and professional selling skills to reach productivity goals.
  • Using innovation as a basis for client development, my philosophy is to logically collaborate with other businesses whose clients will also be using beauty and hair care for upcoming events in their lives, for instance: weddings, homecoming, prom, college formals, high school reunions. I sell a package to clients of the wedding boutiques locally as well as to the students who attend private local schools by speaking to the classes with permission of the administration. They are all excited to see me coming with samples, ideas for what they can do for makeup and hair that year and I also involve one or two hair stylists to be a part of our team. samples, ideas for what they can do for makeup and hair that year and I also involve one or two hair stylists to be a part of our team of beauty professionals. My experience is that we are the only ones there when I have done this for a variety of companies, including Ulta, Nordstrom, Lemongrass spa by Cam etc.
  • Trained team on how to sell to clients by actively listening and using innovative sales strategies in order to schedule them to return for second and third appointments during the first month that they were becoming clients.
  • Encouraged team focus on achieving individual and collective goals during peak hours by fostering a supportive environment while balancing team bonding activities.

Education

Certified Mental Health Coach - Mental Health Coaching

Headspace Mental Health Institute
Los Altos, CA
08.2026

International Affairs/Sociology

Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL
05.2001

Affiliations

  • MENTOR: PALM BEACH STATE COLLEGE/CAREER CENTER
  • EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: WOAMTEC OF THE NORTHERN PALM BEACHES
  • AMBASSADOR: CHAMBER OF COMMERCE OF THE NORTHERN PALM BEACHES
  • AMBASSADOR: BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT BOARD OF PALM BEACH COUNTY
  • BUSINESS LIAISON: JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT
  • FOUNDER: MENTOR CONNECTION "NORTHWOOD UNIVERSITY "
  • MEMBER: SHRM OF BREVARD & PALM BEACH COUNTIES

Timeline

Counter Manager, Seasonal

Nordstrom, Ulta, Macys, Lemongrass Spa & Kohls Beauty
09.2018 - 2023

Owner

Cahill Marketing Solutions
03.2018 - Current

Director of Professional Recruitment

CMS Recruiting & Associates
05.2011 - 05.2018

Owner

Lemongrass Spa by Cam
03.2007 - 06.2026

Certified Mental Health Coach - Mental Health Coaching

Headspace Mental Health Institute

International Affairs/Sociology

Florida State University

Skills

CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS (CRM): MAIL CHIMP, HUBSPOT, EZTEXT, SLICKTEXT, CONSTANT CONTACT, HOOTSUITE, SENDIBLE, BUFFER

APPLICANT TRACKING SYSTEMS (ATS) UKG, ICMS, ULTIPRO, APPLICANT STACK, BULLHORN, WORKDAY, ADP, ORACLE

DIGITAL JOB BOARDS: INDEED, LINKEDIN RECRUITER LITE, ZIP RECRUITER, HANDSHAKE, MONSTER, EMPLOY FLORIDA

SOCIAL MEDIA: LINKEDIN, FACEBOOK, INSTAGRAM, YOUTUBE, TIK TOK

LEAD GENERATION/MARKET TRENDS: SALES NAVIGATOR, SALESFORCE, DATA AXLE, DUNN & BRADSTREET

CONTENT CREATION & DESIGN: CANVA, CHATGBT, GRAMMARLY, GOOGLE SUITE

TEAM ORGANIZATION: ZOOM, TEAMS, CALENDLY

Expertise

  • CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS (CRM): MAIL CHIMP, HUBSPOT, EZTEXT, SLICKTEXT, CONSTANT CONTACT, HOOTSUITE, SENDIBLE, BUFFER
  • APPLICANT TRACKING SYSTEMS (ATS) UKG, ICMS, ULTIPRO, APPLICANT STACK, BULLHORN, FOCUS, WORKDAY, ADP, ORACLE
  • DIGITAL JOB BOARDS: INDEED, LINKEDIN, RECRUITER LITE, ZIP RECRUITER, HANDSHAKE, MONSTER, EMPLOY FLORIDA
  • EXPERIENTIAL MARKETING & RECRUITING: CAREER SOURCE, HANDSHAKE, COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY MENTORSHIP BOARDS
  • SOCIAL MEDIA: LINKEDIN, FACEBOOK, INSTAGRAM, YOUTUBE, TIK TOK, GOOGLE CHAT, SNAPCHAT
  • LEAD GENERATION/MARKET TRENDS: SALES NAVIGATOR, SALESFORCE, DATA AXLE, DUNN & BRADSTREET
  • CONTENT CREATION & DESIGN: CANVA PRO, CHATGBT, GRAMMARLY, GOOGLE SUITE, WIX
  • TEAM COMMUNICATION: SLACK, ZOOM WORKPLACE , TEAMS,
  • PROJECT MANAGEMENT: TRELLO, MONDAY,
  • CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS (CRM): MAIL CHIMP, HUBSPOT, EZTEXT, SLICKTEXT, CONSTANT CONTACT, HOOTSUITE, SENDIBLE, BUFFER
  • APPLICANT TRACKING SYSTEMS (ATS) UKG, ICMS, ULTIPRO, APPLICANT STACK, BULLHORN, WORKDAY, ADP, ORACLE
  • DIGITAL JOB BOARDS: INDEED, LINKEDIN RECRUITER LITE, ZIP RECRUITER, HANDSHAKE, MONSTER, EMPLOY FLORIDA.
  • SOCIAL MEDIA: LINKEDIN, FACEBOOK, INSTAGRAM, YOUTUBE, TIK TOK
  • LEAD GENERATION/MARKET TRENDS: SALES NAVIGATOR, SALESFORCE, DATA AXLE, DUNN & BRADSTREET
  • CONTENT CREATION & DESIGN: CANVA, CHATGBT, GRAMMARLY, GOOGLE SUITE
  • TEAM ORGANIZATION: ZOOM, TEAMS, CALENDLY